Sustainability Course Repository

ECEGR-4530 : Renewable Energy Systems

Electrical & Computer Egrn | College of Science and Engineering | UG

Fundamentals of renewable energy conversion methods and the environmental, economic and societal impact. Conversion methods studied include: solar photovoltaic, solar thermal and wind. Integration of renewable resources into the bulk transmission system. Sustainability and efficiency considerations. Requisites may be bypassed by the department with permission of instructor.

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  • LSAP Goal 1 Response to the Cry of the Earth
  • LSAP Goal 2 Response to the Cry of the Poor
  • LSAP Goal 3 Ecological Economics
  • LSAP Goal 4 Adoption of Sustainable Lifestyles
  • 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
  • 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
  • 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • 13 Climate Action
  • 15 Life on Land

ECEGR-4870 : Engineering Design I

Electrical & Computer Egrn | College of Science and Engineering | UG

A year-long capstone team design project that draws upon all of the student's previous experience, both technical and non-technical. Projects require students to investigate and apply concepts not covered in course work and to master engineering tools needed to complete the assigned task. Particular emphasis is placed upon project organization and management, principles of engineering design, oral and written communication, and professionalism and ethics. In ECEGR 4870, student teams are formed ...

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  • LSAP Goal 1 Response to the Cry of the Earth
  • LSAP Goal 3 Ecological Economics
  • 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

ECON-3100 : Quantitative Methods & Applications

Economics | Albers School of Business | UG

A continuation of ECON 2100 with emphasis on the following topics: regression analysis, analysis of variance, data visualization, forecasting and other quantitative methods. Major emphasis will be placed on computer application of the quantitativemethods applicable to business functional areas and on the enhancement of the student's communication, analytical, and computer skills.

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  • LSAP Goal 3 Ecological Economics

ECON-3130 : Global & Domestic MacRoecon

Economics | Albers School of Business | UG

Develops the economic theory necessary to understand how the international macroeconomy works and influences the behavior and success of business. Emphasis on the impact of international macroeconomic events and how those events affect a firm's ability to compete. Serves as intermediate macroeconomics course for economics majors and minors.

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  • LSAP Goal 3 Ecological Economics
  • 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

ECON-3630 : Health Economics & Policy

Economics | Albers School of Business | UG

Focuses on the U.S. health care system and how it compares to other international systems. Examines key factors from both the demand and supply side of medical care from the perspective of microeconomic theory. Analyzes the impact of both institutional and public policy changes on patients, providers, and the overall U.S.health care system.

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  • LSAP Goal 2 Response to the Cry of the Poor
  • LSAP Goal 3 Ecological Economics
  • LSAP Goal 7 Community Resilience and Empowerment
  • 3 Good Health and Well Being
  • 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • 16 Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

ECON-3710 : Internatl Political Economy

Economics | Albers School of Business | UG

The course focuses on economics and politics of the international system. The course covers topics/issues relating to trade policy and international gains from trade, exchange rate regimes, international financial institutions, international financial crises, global security, knowledge and intellectual property rights, migration, the illicit global economy and other current issues.

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  • LSAP Goal 2 Response to the Cry of the Poor
  • LSAP Goal 3 Ecological Economics
  • LSAP Goal 7 Community Resilience and Empowerment
  • 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • 16 Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
  • 17 Partnerships for the Goals